Hvac Project Manager - Kent - 65K

Pertemps Tm; England; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Mileage reimbursement

Public transport expenses paid

20 days annual leave

Pension scheme

Job summary

Pertemps Tm is seeking an HVAC Project Manager to lead air conditioning and ventilation projects across London and the Southeast from survey through to completion. The role combines site and office work, with hybrid arrangements and a base in Kent.

You will coordinate engineers, subcontractors and suppliers while managing programmes, costs and delivery schedules. The ideal candidate has a technical HVAC background with strong experience in air conditioning and ventilation systems, plus the

Qualifications

• HVAC background and project management experience preferred.
• Experience with air conditioning/ventilation systems.
• Strong client-facing communication and ability to manage multiple projects.

Responsibilities

• Manage HVAC projects from survey through to completion.
• Conduct site surveys and assess project requirements.
• Liaise with clients and stakeholders throughout projects.
• Identify and resolve issues before works commence.
• Coordinate engineers, subcontractors and suppliers.
• Manage project programmes, costs and delivery schedules.
• Ensure safety, on-time delivery and budget adherence.
• Attend site and client meetings as required.
• Oversee air conditioning and ventilation projects from £3,000 to £600,000.

Skills

HVAC building services

Air conditioning

Ventilation systems

Client facing communication

Multi-project management

Job description

HVAC Project Manager

Location: Kent | Hybrid Working Salary: £50,000 - £65,000 + Benefits

About the Company

Our client is a well-established, family‑run building services contractor that has been successfully operating for over 30 years. Based in Kent, they deliver HVAC, ventilation, plumbing, heating, controls and electrical projects across London and the Southeast.

The business has built an excellent reputation within the commercial and high‑end residential sectors, delivering projects ranging from small‑scale air conditioning installations valued at £3,000 - £4,000 through to major developments worth over £2 million. Their client portfolio includes hotels, high‑end residential properties, schools and churches.

The Opportunity

Due to continued growth, our client is seeking an HVAC Project Manager to join their expanding team. This role will predominantly focus on air conditioning and ventilation projects, ranging from small split system installations through to £600,000 VRV/VRF projects. The successful candidate will take ownership of projects from initial survey stage through to completion, allowing senior management to focus on larger‑scale contracts.

The company is open to considering candidates at varying levels of experience, whether you're an experienced Project Manager looking for a new challenge or an Engineer/Supervisor looking to take the next step into project management.

Key Responsibilities

• Managing HVAC projects from survey through to completion
• Conducting site surveys and assessing project requirements
• Liaising directly with clients and stakeholders throughout projects
• Identifying and resolving potential project issues before works commence
• Coordinating engineers, subcontractors and suppliers
• Managing project programmes, costs and delivery schedules
• Ensuring projects are delivered safely on time and within budget
• Attending site meetings and client meetings as required
• Overseeing predominantly air conditioning and ventilation projects ranging from £3,000 to £600,000 in value

Candidate Requirements

• Technical background within HVAC building services
• Strong experience in air conditioning and ventilation systems
• Previous project management experience preferred, although candidates looking to step up into a Project Manager role will also be considered
• Good client‑facing and communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Experience with VRV/VRF systems would be advantageous

Working Arrangements

This is a hybrid position, offering a combination of:

• Home working
• Site‑based working across London and Kent
• Office‑based working

The ideal candidate will be based within Kent with good access to Central London.

Salary & Benefits

• Salary: £50,000 - £65,000 (depending on experience)
• 40‑hour working week (9:00am - 5:00pm)
• Hybrid working
• Mileage reimbursement for business travel using your own vehicle
• Public transport expenses paid for London project travel
• 20 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Workplace Pension Scheme
• Opportunity to join a growing business with genuine long‑term career prospects

If you're looking to join a stable, growing contractor where your contribution can make a real impact, we'd love to hear from you.